USC Marshall MBA: 2026-2027 deadlines and requirements
Key facts
| Program | Full-Time MBA (two years) |
|---|---|
| City | Los Angeles, California |
| Rank | #25 (tie) in U.S. News 2026 Best Business Schools |
| Class size | 176 students in the class that entered in fall 2025 |
| GMAT score | Average 742 for the class that entered in fall 2025. The page does not say which GMAT edition. |
| GRE | Average 322 for the class that entered in fall 2025. |
| Tests it takes | Takes the GMAT or the GRE. Sending a score is optional. The page does not name the Executive Assessment or the GMAT Focus Edition. No minimum score. The school does not say that anyone needs a waiver. |
| Application fee | There is no application fee. |
| Tuition | $86,295 in tuition for the first year and $78,450 for the second (2026-2027 estimate). With fees and student health insurance the total is $99,055 for year one and $84,481 for year two. Housing and living costs are not included. |
| English test | TOEFL or IELTS is required for most international applicants. U.S. permanent residents are excluded. It is not required if your bachelor's degree came from a non-U.S. school where English was the only language of instruction, shown with official school papers. The page gives no minimum score. |
Application rounds
| Round | Apply by | Decision by |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | October 15, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
| Round 2 | January 5, 2027 | March 31, 2027 |
| Round 3 | March 1, 2027 | May 15, 2027 |
| Round 4 | April 15, 2027 | June 15, 2027 |
| Round 5 (after April 15, 2027, reviewed in the order received while seats remain) | No set date | Not published |
Essays
- Not published on the school's site. Looked at the admissions page and its FAQ.. Essay questions. The page lists essays as part of the application but does not print the questions.
- Optional, word limit not published. Optional essay. The FAQ says to use it to explain a second MBA or to explain what changed since an earlier application.
Recommendations
None. The school neither requires nor accepts letters of recommendation.
Interview
Not published on the school's site. Looked at the admissions page and its FAQ.
Other parts of the application
A resume and official transcripts uploaded with the application. A translated copy is also needed if a transcript is not in English. There is no minimum GPA. The school suggests at least 2 years of work. Candidates may also apply through the Consortium for Graduate Study in Management at cgsm.org.
Links
Sources
- USC Marshall: Full-Time MBA Admissions, read November 1, 2026
- USC Marshall: Full-Time MBA Class Profile, read November 1, 2026
- USC Marshall: Full-Time MBA Tuition and Fees, read November 1, 2026
- USC Graduate Admission: English Proficiency, read November 1, 2026
- Campus photo: EEJCC, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
